diff --git a/Battery-Possibilities.md b/Battery-Possibilities.md index 27790d8..e7427ad 100644 --- a/Battery-Possibilities.md +++ b/Battery-Possibilities.md @@ -1,16 +1,26 @@ -Solar Powering: - 24/7 Battery: Deep sleep and every mikroAmpere counts. https://randomnerdtutorials.com/esp8266-deep-sleep-with-arduino-ide/#:~:text=To%20put%20the%20ESP8266%20in%20deep%20sleep%2C%20you%20use%20ESP,connect%20RST%20to%20GPIO%2016. "To put the ESP8266 in deep sleep mode, use **ESP.deepSleep(uS)** and pass as argument sleep time in microseconds. GPIO 16 must be connected to reset (RST) pin so the ESP8266 is able to wake up." - -Omit a charging circuit or replaceable batteries (rechargeable) - -LiFePo4 Battery (max < 3,6 Volt and 3.3 Volt recommended) - trigBoard has an extremely low power consuption. -If we use normal AA or AAA BAtteries we may need a regulator to lessen the voltage. \ No newline at end of file +If we use normal AA or AAA BAtteries we may need a regulator to lessen the voltage. + +Battery Possibilities: +1. 3.7V Li-ion or LiPo Battery + **Capacity:** 2000mAh or higher. + ** Voltage:** 3.7V nominal (4.2V when fully charged). + ** Connection:** Use a boost converter to step up the voltage to 5V if connecting to the 5V pin, or directly connect to the Vin pin if the boost converter + outputs a higher voltage(e.g.,7-12V) + +2. 7.4V LiPo Battery + ** Capacity:** 2000mAh or higher. + ** Voltage:** 7.4V nominal (8.4V when fully charged). +** Connection**: Directly connect to the Vin pin. + +3. 18650 Li-ion Cells + **Configuration:** Use two 18650 cells in series to get 7.4V nominal. + **Capacity:** Each cell typically has a capacity of 2500mAh or higher. + **Connection:** Directly connect to the Vin pin. \ No newline at end of file